Sightseeing tour of Thessaloniki

A sightseeing tour of Thessaloniki is a great opportunity to plunge into all historical epochs over the past two and a half millennia, which is comparable to the age of the city, which was the center of all the historical vicissitudes of the Mediterranean.

Thessaloniki, sprawling with an amphitheater on the bay, attracts visitors with its centuries-old history, a huge number of historical and Christian monuments, the interweaving of styles and cultures, its unique and fascinating aura of a modern and at the same time permeated with antiquity of the city.

The tour will begin with a visit to the old city (Ano Poli) and the observation deck near the fortress walls, which until the end of the 19th century surrounded the Sun and repulsed more than one invasion of enemy troops. Further, our way lies through the historical winding streets with houses-monuments of Macedonian architecture to the main shrine of the city - the Basilica of St. Dmitry Mirotochivy, patron of Thessaloniki.

Excavations of the Roman Forum, the Arch of Galeria, and the Rotunda will introduce you to the legacy of Roman emperors. And at the end of the program you will find yourself at the White Tower (a symbol of modern Thessaloniki), located on the picturesque embankment - a favorite resting place for local residents and guests of the city.
During the tour you will see a number of other monuments: Byzantine temples, Aristotle University, Sindrivani Square, Bey Hamam (Turkish baths), Bezesteni (covered market) and much more.

A tour of Thessaloniki will allow you to get acquainted with this amazing city, which since 315 BC has been a political, cultural, commercial and religious crossroads of the Balkans.

Interesting facts:
10 early Christian and Byzantine monuments in Thessaloniki included in the UNESCO World Heritage List;
The city is named after the half-sister of Alexander the Great - Thessalonica;
After 1207, St. Dmitri (the patron saint of the city) is depicted on icons riding a red horse, piercing the spear of Kaloyan, the Bulgarian king who besieged Thessaloniki. The saint miraculously appeared on the walls of the city and, descending into the enemy camp, killed Skiloyan (from "skilos" - a dog), as the Byzantines called him.
Until the second half of the 19th century, Thessaloniki was located within the fortress walls, which today remain only in the upper part of the city;
Aristotle University in Thessaloniki is the largest educational institution in the Balkans.
Thessaloniki is called the “city of students”, about 150,000 people study here annually;
* Thessaloniki pedestrian embankment has a length of 3.5 km;
In 1997, Thessaloniki was elected the “Cultural Capital of Europe”.
In the year 49 the Apostle Paul preached in Thessaloniki;
Thessaloniki is the birthplace of Cyril and Methodius.

Useful information:

total mileage of the excursion (with departure from Thessaloniki) - about 10-15 km;
For your comfort and safety, wear comfortable shoes; do not forget to bring headgear with you;
The route program can be changed for reasons beyond the control of the company (force majeure); weather conditions and at the discretion of the guide, if necessary;
In your free time, you can visit one of the museums (Archaeological or Byzantine); make a small cruise along the Thermal Bay or a bike tour along the new embankment of the city;
* Possible in the afternoon.

All transfers under the program on comfortable transport Mercedes Vito.
services of a Russian-speaking driver (300 – the cost of a tour with a Russian-speaking guide);

Separately paid:

* Lunch;
Entrance tickets to museums and archaeological parks;